Study Investigator - Licensed Veterinarian

Clinvet; Town of Waverly (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off with accrual

Job summary

Clinvet NY in Waverly, NY seeks a licensed veterinarian to serve as Study Investigator, Study Director, or senior study lead for assigned trials. The role requires regulatory oversight, protocol preparation, and coordination with external laboratories to ensure compliant, high-quality research outcomes.

Ideal candidates bring at least two years of veterinary research experience, strong clinical judgment, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced CRO

Qualifications

• Licensed Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (New York) required.
• Minimum of two years' veterinary experience, preferably in laboratory animal medicine or research.
• Knowledge of animal welfare, anesthesia, analgesia, surgery, and clinical documentation.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary research environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Study Director and/or Principal Investigator for assigned studies, as designated by Test Facility Management.
• Prepare, compile, submit, and respond to protocol applications for IACUC and IBC and other review bodies.
• Coordinate and oversee study activities performed by external laboratories, CROs, and vendors with timelines and quality standards.
• Monitor study progress and escalate concerns to management as appropriate.

Skills

Communication

Clinical judgment

Team collaboration

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Study Investigator (Licensed Veterinarian) | Clinvet NY | Waverly, NY

About Us

Clinvet NY is a global veterinary contract research organization (CRO) specializing in invitro, pre-clinical, and clinical trials to evaluate the safety, metabolism, and efficacy of animal health products. As part of the Clinglobal Group, we support innovation for animal health companies worldwide—from startups to industry leaders.

Position Overview

The Study Investigator manages, oversees and takes responsibility for assigned study activities while serving as Study Director, Investigator and/or senior study support lead, as appointed by Test Facility Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the Study Director and/or Principal Investigator for assigned studies, as designated by Test Facility Management, while operating within the scope of approved training, qualifications, experience, and delegated authority.
• Prepare, compile, submit, and respond to research protocol applications and amendments for the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), and other applicable regulatory or ethical review bodies.
• Coordinate, manage, and oversee assigned study activities performed by approved external laboratories, consultants, contract research organizations (CROs), vendors, and other service providers, ensuring compliance with study protocols, timelines, and quality standards.
• Monitor study progress by tracking milestones, documentation, resource requirements, operational risks, and potential issues, proactively communicating and escalating concerns to management as appropriate.
• Serve as the designated backup to the Manager of Animal Care & Use (Veterinarian), providing operational and study support during periods of absence to ensure continuity of research activities and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Licensed Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (New York)
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant veterinary experience; preferably in laboratory animal medicine, research or a related veterinary field.
• Knowledge of animal welfare, veterinary care, anesthesia, analgesia, surgery, disease prevention and clinical documentation.
• Strong clinical judgment and effective communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.

Skills & Competencies

• Perform duties according to applicable quality guidelines.
• Perform duties in compliance with applicable federal, New York State, local, legislative, regulatory, contractual, client, sponsor, and company requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality, data integrity, ethical conduct, professional behavior, and work outputs consistent with company and departmental standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift and carry 50–75 lbs.
• Ability to work 8-hour shifts in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, noise)
• Ability to perform duties in physically demanding and occasionally high-stress environments

Compensation & Benefits

• $120,000 - $125,000 / year
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off with increasing accrual over time

Additional Information

• Our facility is USDA-licensed and AAALAC-accredited
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Equal Opportunity Employer

Clinvet NY is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind in accordance with applicable laws.

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